Better That Mean Chef's

Elevate your dinner table with the sensational "Better That Mean Chef's" shrimp recipe—a quick and flavorful dish guaranteed to impress. Featuring succulent large shrimp sautéed to perfection in a rich, garlicky butter sauce, this recipe is infused with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and a hint of smoky paprika. A touch of optional red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant dish is ideal for weeknight meals or dinner parties. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce or over a bed of rice or pasta for a more comforting option. Perfectly balanced, incredibly easy, and bursting with flavor, this shrimp recipe will undoubtedly become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the shrimp by patting them dry with a paper towel. Season lightly with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet, allowing the butter to melt completely.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Increase heat to medium-high and carefully add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side without moving them, allowing them to develop a slight sear.

Step 5

Flip the shrimp and sprinkle with paprika and red pepper flakes, if using. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and fully cooked through.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and drizzle the shrimp with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and stir until melted, coating the shrimp in the garlicky, buttery sauce.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the shrimp with fresh parsley and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side. Pair with crusty bread, rice, or pasta if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(652.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	770.7

Total Fat 29.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 1691.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 111.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 409.6mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1620.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.6%

Protein: 55.9%

Carbs: 10.5%